Summary
> Meet the academic requirements
> Nepal
> Nepalese HSEC (from 2018)
> Minimum requirement
4
> How is this score assessed?
> Scores for the Nepalese Higher Secondary Education Certificate (HSEC) awarded by the Higher Secondary Education Board from 2018 are calculated based on the cumulative GPA (CGPA) of all Year 11 and 12 subjects.
> If you’re unsure about your qualification, you can submit an application and our admissions team will assess it. If you don’t qualify for direct entry, you’ll be considered for a packaged offer with a suitable pathway program from the Macquarie University International College.
> The information on this page is for guidance only and is subject to change
> Meet the minimum English language requirements
> English language requirements
> All Macquarie University applicants are required to provide evidence of English language proficiency. The standard of English required for entry is based on the IELTS Academic test. Other accepted evidence of English proficiency, including minimum scores on other English tests and qualifications, can be checked using the conversion tool.
> The required standard of English for entry is:
> The required standard of English
> IELTS band Minimum score required
Overall 6.5
Reading 6
Writing 6
Listening 6
Speaking 6
You may also satisfy the English language requirements by:
passing an approved English language test at the required level
holding a qualification from an approved country with English as the language of instruction
completing an approved high school qualification or foundation program with study in English
completing an approved English for Academic Purposes (EAP) program.
> I'm an international student from Nepal looking to start my course in 2025
Fees
> The estimated annual fee displayed is based on a standard full-time study load. Fees may increase each year. For courses longer than one year in duration, you'll pay the fee that is current for the year that you enrol.
> Estimated cost
> The cost of your studies may vary based on:
> units chosen
> approved credit for prior learning or work experience.
> International fee paying
> AUD $45,100
> Estimated annual fee
AUD $563.75
> Fee per credit point
> Student amenities fee
> You’re required to pay the Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF) to Macquarie University in compliance with the Higher Education Legislation Amendment (Student Services and Amenities) Act 2011 (Cth). The fee contributes to services, support and facilities of a non-academic nature.
Scholarships
> Macquarie University offers a variety of scholarships that recognise a range of factors, including academic or athletic achievement, leadership experience and volunteer work, or financial need and hardship. Additional scholarships may be available for selected areas of study.